Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Counseling Services in St. Michael
At Northwest Family Counseling, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, professional counseling services tailored to meet the unique needs of individuals, couples, and families. Our team of state-licensed counselors specializes in addressing a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and relational challenges, utilizing evidence-based practices and a commitment to ongoing professional development. Rooted in Christian values, we strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered to achieve lasting growth and healing.With offices in St. Michael and Buffalo, Minnesota, we serve diverse communities by offering personalized care that integrates mental health expertise with spiritual sensitivity. Our mission is to honor God by guiding clients toward hope, purpose, and restored relationships through ethical, client-centered counseling.
Services
Marriage Counseling
Christian Counseling
Parenting Help
Anxiety & Depression
Addiction Counseling
Highlights and features
- We offer state-licensed counselors with specialized training in family dynamics and mental health.
- Our Christian counseling approach integrates faith-based principles with clinical expertise.
- We provide parenting workshops designed to build stronger family relationships.
- Our team includes psychiatric nurse practitioners for medication management when needed.
- We maintain partnerships with major insurance providers for accessible care.
Associations and certifications
- Minnesota Association of Christian Counselors
- American Association of Christian Counselors
- Association of Biblical Counselors
Services
Marriage Counseling
Our marriage counseling services help couples navigate relationship challenges through open communication and evidence-based techniques. Specializing in pre-marital preparation, conflict resolution, and infidelity recovery, we guide partners toward healthier dynamics. Sessions focus on rebuilding trust, improving intimacy, and developing practical tools for lasting relational success.
Christian Counseling
Integrating psychological principles with Christian teachings, our faith-based counseling addresses emotional and spiritual struggles. This approach helps clients find purpose through biblical guidance while addressing anxiety, depression, or life transitions. We respect individual beliefs while offering support aligned with Christian values and scriptural wisdom.
Parenting Help
Parenting workshops and individual sessions equip caregivers with effective strategies for child development and behavior management. Our programs address teen challenges, ADHD support, and family communication patterns. Certified instructors provide practical tools to foster positive parent-child relationships and consistent disciplinary approaches.
Anxiety & Depression
Specialized treatment for anxiety disorders and depressive conditions combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with compassionate support. Our counselors address symptoms through personalized treatment plans that may include mindfulness practices and medication coordination. The goal is to restore emotional balance and improve daily functioning.
Addiction Counseling
Comprehensive addiction treatment addresses chemical dependencies and behavioral addictions through individual and group therapy. Our approach incorporates 12-step principles and relapse prevention strategies while addressing underlying emotional issues. Family members receive support to understand addiction dynamics and promote recovery.
People
Michelle Jarman
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Michelle Jarman specializes in psychiatric medication management, offering comprehensive care for mental health conditions. With advanced nursing credentials and psychiatric certification, she collaborates with therapists to optimize treatment outcomes. Her practice focuses on evidence-based prescribing and ongoing medication evaluation for clients in Buffalo and Hutchinson.
Carin Snell
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Carin Snell provides therapy for children, adolescents, and adults specializing in ADHD, anxiety, and trauma recovery. As owner of Journey of Hope Therapy, she brings 26 years of family experience to her counseling practice. Her approach combines clinical expertise with faith-based perspectives in St. Michael.
Dan Schmoyer
Owner of Northwest Family Counseling
Dan Schmoyer leads the counseling team with extensive experience in family systems and educational counseling. As the practice founder, he oversees clinical operations while maintaining professional licensure. His leadership focuses on maintaining high clinical standards and accessible mental health care.
Mark Schmoyer
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Mark Schmoyer offers counseling services with specialized training in educational and mental health counseling. As part of the core team, he provides individual and family therapy with attention to client-specific needs. His practice maintains focus on accessible, effective mental health treatment.
Mary Anderson
Lead Parenting Workshop Instructor
Mary Anderson facilitates parenting classes with decades of experience in child and family therapy. Her workshops combine developmental psychology with practical parenting strategies. Participants gain tools for consistent, effective child guidance through her structured six-week program.
Questions
What types of counseling do you offer?
We provide marriage counseling, Christian counseling, addiction treatment, anxiety/depression therapy, and parenting support through licensed professionals.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we work with most major carriers including Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Behavioral Health, and Cigna. Contact us for specific plan verification.
Are Christian counseling sessions different from secular therapy?
Our Christian counseling integrates biblical principles with clinical techniques while respecting individual beliefs and maintaining professional standards.
What if I need medication management?
Our psychiatric nurse practitioner provides medication evaluation and management services coordinated with your ongoing therapy treatment plan.
Do you offer parenting classes?
Yes, we host six-week parenting workshops covering developmentally appropriate techniques led by experienced family therapy specialists.
What are your cancellation policies?
A $110 fee applies for missed appointments without 24-hour notice. Insurance does not cover these administrative charges.
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